Summary

Colorado River - Little Gore Canyon - Fishing - 1 Day

Prices From USD$ $200.00
1st Departure 04.15.2009
Provider Dvorak Kayak & Rafting Exp Inc
Destination Colorado River
Duration 9 hours
Challenge Moderate
Avg Rating Not Rated

23-65 miles | Class II ( III during high water)



The legendary Colorado River, over 1400 miles long, starts just above Little Gore Canyon. This is one of the first boatable sections of the river. Alpine scenery, historic points, hot springs and milder whitewater make this a great family trip and all within an easy drive from Denver.



Oar frame raft


Fly/Spin fishing

Itinerary

Day 1

FISHING EXPEDITIONS The rafts will be set up with only 2 anglers per raft and the pace of your journey down the river will depend on the quality of the fishing area. You will join the other guests rafting for hikes and lunch. Otherwise you will most likely keep your own pace through-out the day.

Gear List

The following are included in your Dvorak Expedition • All boating equipment/life jackets/drinking water • Pre and post trip arrangements as described • 4-5 days of rafting or instructional seminar • All on-river meals (lunch day 1 through lunch last day) • Rain jacket with pants (PVC) • Eating utensils, plates, complimentary Dvorak cup • Waterproof dry bags/containers for personal gear • 6-man rain tarps for shelter and kitchen area You are responsible for the following • Transportation to the arranged meeting point or put-in • Meals and lodging at the arranged meeting point • Personal clothing and other sundry items • Transportation, meals and lodging at the arranged drop off point.



Please limit your gear to 30 pounds in weight. It should be able to be packed into a standard duffel bag. This list should cover everything for a safe, comfortable trip. • Compact sleeping bag (not down) with foam pad • Small backpack style tent w/ fly & ground sheet • Long john style wetsuit/boots for cold months * • Long pants (one light weight to block the sun & one warm wool or pile/fleece type*) • Nylon shorts or swim suit under wetsuit • Long sleeved shirts (one warm*/one light weight) • Non cotton shirt or poly propylene top (fleece top) • Warm jacket*, wind proof or Fleece, water resistant • Pair of tennis shoes - tie on preferred or wet boots. • Wool socks will help keep feet warm in tennis shoes • Sun glasses with loss protector/keeper (with UV protection • Sun block (over 5,000' altitude - lots of UV exposure) • Hat for sun protection (tie-on) • Rain gear is provided unless you want to bring your own • Small towel / biodegradable soap / shampoo / lotion etc. • Flashlight and extra batteries with new bulb. • Bandana and a pair of lite gloves for sun protection. • Personal items kit (hygiene) medicines etc. • Waterproof camera or a very good waterproof case. • EXTRA BEVERAGES - PLASTIC containers of liquor, CANNED beer wine coolers. An adequate supply of soft drinks is provided. If you prefer diet drinks please request them in advance. Wine is provided with evening meals. OPTIONAL ITEMS: Field glasses with waterproof protection , Journal notebook, book, pliers (for use in taking things from fire i.e. coffee, hot water, etc.), Day pack for side hikes & Extra Zip Lock Bags. * Can be excluded during warmer weather



TENTS, SLEEPING BAGS & WET SUITS • $15 Lightweight Sleeping Bag / Ensolite pad • $50 Three man dome tent with floor + ground sheet • $ 5 Therma-Rest Sleep pad, inflatable • $20 Long John Wet suit with booties • $ 8 Wet Suit Booties only Note: These items need to be reserved in advance and payment is due along with your trip balance 45 days prior to departure. Be sure to give your height, weight and shoe size for wet suit rentals.



You are welcome to fish during your rafting trip. This is a very unique style of fishing and takes a dedicated cat fisherman to catch these fish. We also set up custom trout fishing trips in Colorado on some of the best trout rivers in the U.S. As the trip passes through both Colorado and Utah, you need licenses for both States or you can choose to fish only in the State you are licensed for.



• Rugged inflatable self-bailing rafts 12 to 16 feet in length. • Personal flotation devices (type V) • Waterproof dry bags for personal gear. • First aid and safety supplies. • One guide per raft and a ratio of 1 to 4 on any instructional clinic. • Rain gear—unless you want to bring your own • In addition, we have rental equipment that consists of tents, sleeping bags, pads, and ground sheets. We also have wetsuit and boot rentals available per day or trip. • You can choose to be either in a paddle raft (participatory) or an oared raft, (passenger). Paddle rafts have 4 to 6 persons and one guide.



As of: Jan 1, 2006 Fishng Licence FEES Colorado Resident / Non Resident Extra Rod Stamp $5.00 / $5.00 5day $21.00 / $21.00 1day $ 9.00 / $9.00 Annual $26.00 / $56.00 Senior Annual (over 64) FREE / N/A Child (under 16) FREE / N/A Website for more information and purchase licence prior to arrival in Colorado. www.wildlife.state.co.us



Travel Information

Activity Location

Little Gore Canyon: Pumphouse, Colorado
Trough Road off Hwy 9
12 miles west of Hwy 9
Kremmling, CO 80459 USA

Is This Trip For You?

FISHING: A good to excellent Trout fishery given the sections and condiitions of the water run off periods. Custom trout fishing trips in Colorado on some of the best trout rivers in the U.S. (Request more information on these trips). Colorado fishermen will need licenses for all days that you are fishing. Ages under 12 years not required.


Food

All on-river meals are provided, beginning with lunch the first day and ending with lunch the last day. The food is fresh and hearty and the guides will prepare it for you while you enjoy the homey atmosphere generated around each river camp. You can set up your tent or go for an evening walk, relax, read, or join the guides in the kitchen if you so desire. A typical five day menu may include as a main course BBQ Steak, Baked Fish, Pork chops and dumplings, chicken enchiladas, seafood spaghetti, cashew chicken Chinese, Teriyaki Chicken, Mexican chili, combination entrees, fresh vegetables and salads, Dutch-oven desserts or breads, hors d'oeuvres, fresh fruits, fruit juices, coffee, tea and a complimentary glass of wine with dinner. Lunches are buffet style with a wide variety of salads, sandwiches, fruit, cheeses, sliced meats, nuts and juices or sodas. Breakfast includes fresh fruit juice, eggs in all styles, special pancakes, French toast, melons, fruit, cereals with milk, sausage, bacon, coffee, tea or hot chocolate. We can accommodate special diets with advance notice and almost always the menu suits the vegetarian. Though we carry ample supplies of juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate we encourage you to bring extra soda, beer wine or other beverages you may prefer. . You can arrange for us to pick up specific beverages for you prior to the trip or you can stock up in Vernal before we head to the river. Any liquids you bring must be in unbreakable containers and limited to one case per person. ALCOHOL You're welcome to bring alcohol as long as it is in unbreakable containers. Discretion in alcohol consumption during whitewater days is strongly advised. If you would like us to pick up a particular beer and bring it to the river, please advise and payment can be made for your purchase at the river put-in with your Trip Leader.


Destination Location

LITTLE GORE CANYON (1 - 4 days) 23 to 65 miles Class I to Class III Run the Colorado River near its source. With its headwater just a few miles upstream among the mountains of Rocky Mountain National Park, this is one of the first boatable sections of the river. Little Gore Canyon features clear water and mild yet exciting whitewater that can be enjoyed in rafts, kayaks, canoes and inflatable kayaks. This is an excellent trip for the entire family. The put in point is an easy three hour drive west of Denver near Kremmling, Colorado. This proximity to a large metropolitan area and airport makes this trip one of the top choices for beginners and old hands alike lookint for a ride on the upper sections of the mighty Colorado river. This is one of the west's major rivers providing the drainage system for 1/2 of the continental United States over its 1,400 mile length. These upper sections also offer decent trout fishing for those that would like to bring a pole along.


Guide(s)

Our guides are experienced men and women skilled at handling their craft. They all have current first aid, CPR and Swiftwater Rescue training and have fulfilled guide qualification requirements in the states of Colorado, Utah, Texas and New Mexico. Trip Leaders have thousands of river miles of experience on all classes of rivers including all those Dvorak Expeditions run.


Transportation